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Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:21:48 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.9Holiday Decorating Tipshttps://leblancdesign.com/holiday-decorating-tips/
https://leblancdesign.com/holiday-decorating-tips/#respondFri, 14 Dec 2018 21:21:48 +0000https://leblancdesign.com/?p=1469Time to get out the mistletoe and transform your home into a warm, welcoming environment for the holidays. In the midst of our busy lives, there are a few ways that you can infuse touches that don’t take much time but make a big difference with these select holiday decorating tips. One of our key senses... View Article

]]>Time to get out the mistletoe and transform your home into a warm, welcoming environment for the holidays. In the midst of our busy lives, there are a few ways that you can infuse touches that don’t take much time but make a big difference with these select holiday decorating tips.

One of our key senses is the sense of smell. Certain scents can evoke grand memories of childhood and the holidays. It’s easy to boil up a simple spiced sachet of cinnamon sticks and cloves on your stovetop which immediately fills your kitchen with a festive spirit. You can also engage your kids with holiday decorating by creating orange and clove pomander balls. On a snow day, they will love sticking cloves into oranges that can then be used as decorations exuding a fragrant holiday aroma.

Natural greenery, aromatic and fresh, draped over your fireplace or on wide windowsills marks the harbinger of the holiday to come. You can create your own wreath, or compliment a prepared one by using a beautiful silk ribbon in varied hues or a bronze-tinted ombre for a contemporary look. Keep the decor simple — greens with pinecones or a touch of bright gold or silver for additional interest.

Decorating the family tree is always one of the essential rituals of the holidays and my favorite holiday decorating tip. Be sure to set aside a special time to do this so that it gets the attention it deserves. Maybe your children have some new ornaments to add this year. Seeing their hand-crafted decorations from years past reminds us of how fleeting these precious moments can be. Keep reminding yourself of this and remember to relax and enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Nothing is forever, and the holidays are a great time to appreciate and seize the moment!

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/holiday-decorating-tips/feed/0Celebrate Thanksgiving in Stylehttps://leblancdesign.com/celebrate-thanksgiving-in-style/
https://leblancdesign.com/celebrate-thanksgiving-in-style/#respondThu, 15 Nov 2018 22:29:10 +0000https://leblancdesign.com/?p=1433It’s that time of year again! The holidays bring out a sentimental, creative side that makes me want to create a special environment for those near and dear to me. Thanksgiving is around the corner. Why not try an original approach, mix it up bit, and give it a modern flair? Offer your favorite appetizers... View Article

]]>It’s that time of year again! The holidays bring out a sentimental, creative side that makes me want to create a special environment for those near and dear to me.

Thanksgiving is around the corner. Why not try an original approach, mix it up bit, and give it a modern flair? Offer your favorite appetizers along with a signature cocktail like a Moscow Mule, or mulled wine. Perhaps serve the Thanksgiving meal tapas style, with smaller plates and more of a variety of veggies and garnishes alongside the traditional turkey. Fireball cupcakes can finish off the night with a new twist, and boozy desserts could provide a delicious counterpoint – for the adults, of course!

As for the dining table, keep it simple by using a colorful tablecloth and natural decorative elements such as small gourds, autumn branches, and seasonal flowers. Varying the heights of the glassware and decorations will keep it more interesting.

Don’t forget that music sets the tone – maybe upbeat Jazz, Diana Krall, or a dinner music mix that creates ambiance yet allows for conversation.

The most important thing is to keep the focus on the company and the meaning of Thanksgiving. One way to ensure this essential element is not forgotten is to have every guest write an entry into a “Thankful Book.” Taking a few minutes to focus on what they are most thankful for in their lives brings the true spirit of the holiday alive in a unique way and provides a never-ending source of joy in future years.

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/celebrate-thanksgiving-in-style/feed/0Home Decor Design Tips to Create an Individualized Spacehttps://leblancdesign.com/home-decor-design-tips/
https://leblancdesign.com/home-decor-design-tips/#respondThu, 11 Oct 2018 13:16:34 +0000https://leblancdesign.com/?p=1389Today, everyone in the world can view the same home decor products with the ease of a keystroke. With all of us having access to the same homogenous content, how do we approach creating individualized interior design solutions for the home? Fashionable home decor and interior design trends often incorporate sophisticated layering of antique and... View Article

]]>Today, everyone in the world can view the same home decor products with the ease of a keystroke. With all of us having access to the same homogenous content, how do we approach creating individualized interior design solutions for the home?

Fashionable home decor and interior design trends often incorporate sophisticated layering of antique and modern elements. It is vital to consider the architecture of the home throughout the interior design process to create a successful multi-layered environment, including wall coverings, and window treatments. Wall coverings, such as those from Phillip Jefferies, can be textured, neutral, or printed with bold designs. Window treatments range from silk to custom-woven cloth to fiber and can be translucent or solid.

Layered lighting is an essential interior design element. Using decorative sconces or swing-arm lights can go a long way toward flexible lighting that creates intimacy. Some lighting companies, such as the Urban Electric Company, pride itself on the artisanal craft, with hand-built elements that distinguish it from mass-produced lighting.

Personal choices and the inclusion of one-of-a-kind handmade objects indeed make your home your own. These can include a unique hand-woven rug, a distinctive painting, or a favorite antique. It’s impossible to duplicate the effect of a singular object, or a curated collection. Your home should be a reflection of you and the life you’ve led. If you are finding it challenging to bring that reflection to life, perhaps consider hiring an interior designer to help.

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/home-decor-design-tips/feed/0Gore Place Carriage House Galahttps://leblancdesign.com/gore-place-gala/
https://leblancdesign.com/gore-place-gala/#respondThu, 25 Jun 2015 16:35:59 +0000http://laidlawsandbox.com/leblancdesign/?p=437Last Friday I was so pleased to participate in the Gore Place Gala, a celebration of the newly renovated Carriage House at the historic Gore Estate in Waltham, MA. Gore Place is the historic home of former Massachusetts Governor Christopher Gore and his wife Rebecca, which has been maintained by the Gore Place Society since 1935. I had been wanting to... View Article

]]>Last Friday I was so pleased to participate in the Gore Place Gala, a celebration of the newly renovated Carriage House at the historic Gore Estate in Waltham, MA. Gore Place is the historic home of former Massachusetts Governor Christopher Gore and his wife Rebecca, which has been maintained by the Gore Place Society since 1935.

I had been wanting to get involved and volunteer time in my community, so what could be better than planning Gore Place Gala on this historic property. I feel that it’s important to help these architectural gems survive. Being on the planning board for the Carriage House Celebration inspired me in more ways then I expected!

Instead of designing the residential spaces, I partnered in planning the tent and table decorations. Winston Flowers helped with these beautiful centerpieces of fresh fruit and candlelight. A rattan charger and dark wood chairs, paired with linen and Tiffany place settings complimented each other to create an approachable yet refined environment for the celebration. To complete the design we draped the tent in small bistro lighting and added a picture of Mr. & Mrs. Gore to the table.

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/gore-place-gala/feed/0Boston.com Instagram Stylehttps://leblancdesign.com/design-inspiration/
https://leblancdesign.com/design-inspiration/#respondTue, 26 May 2015 14:03:50 +0000http://laidlawsandbox.com/leblancdesign/?p=477Thank you Boston.com and Justine Hofherr (@Jhofherr29 on twitter) for including LeBlanc Design in your recent article about top local Instagramers for design inspiration. Instagram is a great tool for stimulating and sharing our design process. Head over to Boston.com to read the full article. Be sure to follow @leblancdesign on Instagram to see what we’re sharing about interior... View Article

]]>Thank you Boston.com and Justine Hofherr (@Jhofherr29 on twitter) for including LeBlanc Design in your recent article about top local Instagramers for design inspiration. Instagram is a great tool for stimulating and sharing our design process. Head over to Boston.com to read the full article.

Be sure to follow @leblancdesign on Instagram to see what we’re sharing about interior design trends!

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/design-inspiration/feed/0Photo Shoot With Eric Rothhttps://leblancdesign.com/eric-roth-photo-shoot/
https://leblancdesign.com/eric-roth-photo-shoot/#respondFri, 21 Nov 2014 16:11:56 +0000http://laidlawsandbox.com/leblancdesign/?p=520On a recent rainy Monday, we had the pleasure of shooting another beautiful interior design project with our dear photographer Eric Roth! The home is located in historic Belmont, MA and has all of the fixings for an enjoyable holiday season with friends and family. With the weather changing and the temperature continuing to drop,... View Article

]]>On a recent rainy Monday, we had the pleasure of shooting another beautiful interior design project with our dear photographer Eric Roth! The home is located in historic Belmont, MA and has all of the fixings for an enjoyable holiday season with friends and family.

With the weather changing and the temperature continuing to drop, the idea of snuggling up in front of a warm fire with loved ones becomes even more appealing. The interior design includes jewel tones, and the playful juxtaposition of art and music beckon you to get cozy in front of the crackling fire, sip a hot toddy, enjoy the view and listen to the cello for hours.

We hope that as you approach the holiday season, you are surrounded by warmth and your loved ones. Be sure to keep an eye out for more pictures from this shoot and others as we update our portfolio.

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/eric-roth-photo-shoot/feed/0Fall into Plaidhttps://leblancdesign.com/fall-into-plaid/
https://leblancdesign.com/fall-into-plaid/#commentsTue, 23 Sep 2014 20:27:08 +0000http://leblancdesign.com/?p=510Tiffany LeBlanc likes the crisp autumn air of a bright fall morning. “After making my coffee, I open the front door to check the temperature,” she says. “Then I ask myself if I should wear cotton or soft wool, jeans or a skirt, maybe even corduroy or fur. Fashion helps define our mood on any... View Article

]]>Tiffany LeBlanc likes the crisp autumn air of a bright fall morning. “After making my coffee, I open the front door to check the temperature,” she says. “Then I ask myself if I should wear cotton or soft wool, jeans or a skirt, maybe even corduroy or fur. Fashion helps define our mood on any given day. Plaid fabrics exude warmth and comfort complementing the change of the season. Tartan, glen, gingham or houndstooth, conservative or edgy, plaids are for everyone and everywhere!”

Similarly, with a little more thought and time you can change the interior design of your home by adding a new accessory, finding a perfect piece of art or changing the draperies.

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/fall-into-plaid/feed/2Life’s a Beach Househttps://leblancdesign.com/beach-house/
https://leblancdesign.com/beach-house/#respondTue, 05 Aug 2014 12:00:53 +0000http://leblancinteriors.wordpress.com/?p=225“My fondest memories are going to the beach as a child. There is nothing more calming than relaxing at a beach house with sand at my feet and a soft summer breeze off the water, steps from the beach house door. Swimming all day, salt in your hair and the glow of the sun-kissed skin... View Article

]]>“My fondest memories are going to the beach as a child. There is nothing more calming than relaxing at a beach house with sand at my feet and a soft summer breeze off the water, steps from the beach house door. Swimming all day, salt in your hair and the glow of the sun-kissed skin define summer for me. When I need a little R & R, I escape to Cape Cod, Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard with a lounge chair and umbrella, and take a long walk looking at the water.

I’ve always felt that being near the water, especially at a beach house tucked away from the world, provides a long list of mind/body benefits including boosting creativity! Is there a beach house with a water view in your future? Have a look at one of our favorite beach house projects for inspiration.” -Tiffany

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/beach-house/feed/0High Point Markethttps://leblancdesign.com/highpoint-market/
https://leblancdesign.com/highpoint-market/#commentsThu, 10 Apr 2014 17:56:10 +0000http://leblancinteriors.wordpress.com/?p=188We just returned from a very fruitful and inspiring trip to High Point Market in North Carolina. For those of you who are unfamiliar with High Point, it is the world’s largest home furnishings trade show. Vendors from near and far gather twice a year to show their beautiful work, ranging from furniture and accessories... View Article

]]>We just returned from a very fruitful and inspiring trip to High Point Market in North Carolina. For those of you who are unfamiliar with High Point, it is the world’s largest home furnishings trade show. Vendors from near and far gather twice a year to show their beautiful work, ranging from furniture and accessories to art and technology.

Attending High Point Market is an incredible creative experience with inspiration at every turn. It all comes together in High Point. The industry is constantly evolving, and every designer has the opportunity to cultivate their taste and design knowledge more than ever before. It truly is an exhilarating time! We visited with Alexa Hampton, met with one of our favorite art vendors Natural Curiosities and did so much more.

]]>https://leblancdesign.com/highpoint-market/feed/1Happy New Year!https://leblancdesign.com/happy-new-year/
https://leblancdesign.com/happy-new-year/#respondThu, 02 Jan 2014 15:15:29 +0000http://leblancinteriors.wordpress.com/?p=148The LeBlanc Design Team would like to take a moment to wish you all a healthy and Happy New Year!! Thank you to our clients, colleagues, vendors, artisans, & friends for their continued support and patronage, we look forward to the year ahead! Here are a few beautiful images to start your 2014 out on... View Article

]]>The LeBlanc Design Team would like to take a moment to wish you all a healthy and Happy New Year!!

Thank you to our clients, colleagues, vendors, artisans, & friends for their continued support and patronage, we look forward to the year ahead!

Here are a few beautiful images to start your 2014 out on the right foot and maybe remind us all about the real beauty Winter brings. The Starn Brothers are identical twins who create art together, and this is from their series “alleverythingthatisyou.” “I find them so beautiful in their starkness and love the way they are presented. Not sure about you, but I still feel like an awe-inspired, grade-schooler whenever I stop and think about how each snowflake is truly unique,” says Tiffany. So with the New Year upon us, here’s to seeking out beauty everywhere and honoring the uniqueness of us all!